2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 536 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bentley | Seat |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
